I have wanted to check this park out for a long time after seeing lots of pictures of the Tall…read morePines. So we went to BrewDog for lunch and then headed over to the park and took a walk in the Tall Pines area, and it did not disappoint! I only wish the Tall Pines were even more plentiful. (They are a good little chunk of the trail in the middle but not the entire trail is full of them but don't let that stop you!) They are beautiful and such a marvel. I could have just laid down and stared at them. The trail was flat and easy and was the perfect length for a nice afternoon walk. I'll definitely be back to stare at those tall trees some more :)

What a fabulous park! I'm kicking myself for not visiting sooner. It's about twenty minutes from my…read moreplace and I've been seeing beautiful pictures of the tall pines here forever. I like to hike on snowy days when the sun's out and over the weekend I took advantage of the prime weather conditions and made my way out there. There's a sign out front letting you know to turn and there's a relatively small parking lot to leave your car. The start of the trails were easy to find thanks to the signage and after getting my bearings I headed out. The trail turns and weaves for a couple miles making a few loops. It was pretty simple to navigate which was awesome. And while the parking lot was full, I didn't run into too many people. I love that! I enjoyed every minute of my time out there. If you're like me and in need of a little time to disconnect from the world, come here. Of course, the entire place was extremely photogenic, the tall pines area being the most instagram worthy. I could have laid down right in the middle of it and just enjoyed the sound of the birds, the wind, and the feeling of the warm sunshine on my face. The only thing is the only area I found to sit down was on the other side of the park. It would have been nice to see a few more benches scattered about. Come here. Soak up nature. The peace and quiet. Unwind and settle your brain. You're welcome.

Great playground! Swings, slides, climbing galore. Porta potty nearby and cover shelter. Parking…read morelot is decent size but not super close.

This is a new park attached to Westchester Golf Course (apparently; however, I haven't seen any…read moreholes...), just off a few new housing developments. I especially love all the shaded areas that are provided; even the jungle gym is cover with a nice canvas awning. I'm sure this is a happening place in the evenings, when parents get home from work and are able to walk over with their kids and let them exert some energy. I good addition to Canal Winchester!

Every elementary school kid in Groveport spends some time learning about Groveport history. This,…read moreof course, includes a trip to the Groveport Heritage Park which is the site of a 1815 Log House and one of the original cemeteries of the village which includes those of many of the founding families of the village. Nature programs are held at the log house and ODNR stocks the pond with fish that kids can try their hands at catching. Free concerts and movies are shown here during the summer, and Apple Butter Day in the fall. This is one of my favourite places in the village to come and relax and even though its in the heart of the village, it feels like its miles away!

-nice facility -well trained life guards…read more -zero depth entry - lots of food places will deliver -This place has the potential to be amazing however, it is always over packed to the point no one can swim or play or even sit - people in street clothes and sports bras in the pool which is pretty gross they also do not enforce swim diapers - if you don't have a membership it's especially pricey for how packed the place is 12 per non resident 8 for resident it's hardly the " Las Vegas of water parks" with a small lazy river , 2 slides and two dives as well as a tiny toddler area - the deepest " swimming " (standing because no space) part of the pool is barely 5ft while the diving section is 12

With all the nice sunny weather, I've been getting out and running every day! This morning's 3…read moremile run was the perfect temperature for running short and a tee without getting too hot but breaking a comfortable sweat. It was last night's rain that made it less than a stellar run. Groveport Rec Center's running path has a serious drainage problems. Whenever it rains there are LARGE puddles on the path that last for days. These aren't little puddles that you can run around or jump over. You either have to run through them or try to go around them in the grass which is what I tried to do...and sunk ankle deep in the mud! So be careful if you come here after a rain. You might just want to bring an old pair of shoes!

Although I've never needed to use this place for an event, many of my friends have and we've all…read morebeen very pleased. Over the years, I've attended everything from Cub Scout events to birthday parties and we've always had a fun time. It's spacious enough with a very nice bar setup and kitchen (with plenty of room in there as well). There's a beautiful play area outside with one tree that is ideal for posing (photography). I will definitely use this place when I need to host an event large enough.

This is the first time I have been to this park in several years... this evening my husband and I…read morehad an impromptu picnic of Gengi Go on the picnic tables. Historically, I have been to two parties at this facility... the shelter house is a completely enclosed building, with a bathroom, and kitchen... out back there is a large open grill for heavy duty cooking. There's a bike/walk path, open field for play, and swing set. This place would be ideal for a graduation party, family reunion, or birthday party.

A fun place to go on a date! Bring your own food and drink and enjoy a stroll have a seat on the…read morebench and enjoy! It's super romantic especially at night!

It is rare that I post a review while on vacation. Normally I like to get home, edit my pics,…read moreresearch some interesting facts to include in my review and determine the order of the reviews I will post. I'm just meticulous like that... LOL! However, after my early morning drive to view this beauty of a bridge I find myself wanting to share the experience right now! Bergstresser covered bridge is located in a lovely residential area along a bike path/walking trail. The bridge is strong, well preserved and could easily handle car traffic if it were allowed. The wooden floors are in great condition which was probably aided by the asphalt that once covered the floor surface. Remnants of the asphalt are still visible. The truss system is unlike any I've seen before using triple lattice crossbeams as support. The setting in which this bridge has been placed is attractive. Currently Ohio is experiencing record rains, but the results are lush green landscapes. Despite the heavy rains we experienced yesterday, the river flowing below the bridge was very calm and serene. I followed the trail to a beautifully landscaped park area with a willow tree, benches and a memorial stone. Throughout the area are loads of Blue Spruce trees! I forgot how much I love Spruce trees and this trip has inspired me to use them more in my landscapes designs. BRIDGE FACTS Year Built: 1887 Builder: Columbus Bridge Company Length: 134 feet Restored: 1991 Truss type: Partridge Location: Little Walnut Creek in Franklin County @ Kramer's Ford The Historical Marker reads as follows: In March, 1887, the Franklin County Commissioners announced the building of a bridge in Madison Township over Little Walnut Creek at Kramer's Ford. Area citizens had petitioned for a bridge to transport agricultural products to the canal and railroad. Michael Corbett of Groveport contracted to construct the abutments and the Columbus Bridge Company built the covered bridge for $2,690.00. Reuban L. Partridge, company vice president, supervised the building, using his patented truss system consisting of double and triple truss members constructed of pine and oak. In the 1930's the road traveling over the bridge became State Route 674 and in the 1950s the road was redirected to bypass the covered bridge. In 1990, the county contracted with Abba Lichtenstein & Associates to evaluate the condition of the bridge. The W.J. Seidensticker Company repaired and restored the Bergstresser bridge using original and new materials. This, the last covered bridge in Franklin County, was rededicated September 1, 1991. At this time the ownership of the bridge was transferred to the Village of Canal Winchester. FINAL THOUGHTS This bridge was named after Daniel Bergstresser and Samuel Dietz who helped in the successful petitioning of the county commissioners board in the late 1800's for a formal roadway/river crossing for use by local farmers & businesses. Once an important part of the local economy it now stands as a reminder of days long passed and as the last remaining bridge in Franklin County, Ohio. As a personal note to the residents of the area surrounding the bridge: I'd like to commend you on how well maintained your homes appear. I am a landscape/hardscape designer and I felt inspired by some of the landscapes I saw on nearby homes. I truly felt the pride of ownership and I just wanted to say keep up the great work.

Great Park!! We went to the splash park at around 1pm on a Wednesday in August. There were only…read morearound 10 kids playing. I hear that the splash park in Dublin is really crowded, this would be a great alternative. There is also a nice looking playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a shelter house with picnic tables. The only unsightly thing about the park were the racist comments spray painted on the rec center there. But as we were leaving, some men from the city were there to clean it up. I highly recommend this park/splash park.

My family and I were here 2 weeks ago. We enjoyed so much eating and listening to the nature around…read moreus. It was very calming. There we're some kids playing Basketball and some adults playing Tennis. There is a playground too. And the best part is when it hits night, I mean there are these insects that have glowing things on them and they just all rise up. Simply amazing!